Jazz in July

July 8 - 19, 2019

Applications Due June 1st!

Register by March 1st and receive a 20% discount on regular tuition!

Register and submit your non-refundable payment of all fees before March 1 and receive a 20% discount off the price of tuition -- a savings of $120/wk. Does not include housing and meals.

Pictured: From 2012, Dr. Fred Tillis and Dr. Jeff Holmes.

Over 30 years ago, a group of dedicated jazz artists and jazz educators at the University of Massachusetts developed a program that would connect jazz students with the country’s top jazz artist/educators for an intensive week of study in jazz improvisation. Their dedication to the art of jazz improvisation and jazz culture gave birth to Jazz in July Summer Music Programs-- a concentrated two-week program, allowing participants to study jazz improvisation with some of the nation’s best jazz educators and artists.

As the jazz landscape changes, Jazz in July uses that foundation to evolve with the current innovations being developed. Current and cutting edge jazz artists help to lead Jazz in July into the ever-evolving future of jazz, and ensure our jazz education vision will be current and relevant for many years to come.

When you sign up for Jazz in July...

you will be joining an illustrious network of current and former artist faculty and participants. The Jazz in July program involves instrument/vocal master classes, group clinics, jazz theory and improvisation training, ensemble coaching, jam sessions, style explorations, combined lectures, and public performances by participants and faculty members alike. Regardless of the program you choose, we aim to connect your innovations with high quality educators and consequently inspire you to be a part of the jazz legacy that is Jazz in July!

All day jazz enjoyment! 9 am - 4 pmUniversity of Massachusetts, Department of Music - Bezanson Recital Hall
One of the pillars of Jazz in July's curriculum is each week's final concert featuring participants who attend from around the world. Parents, family members, alumni, and other friends of Jazz in July return each summer to enjoy the musicianship of our latest graduating class and tomorrow's top jazz talent. Open to the Public. Suggested Donation "$10 or Pay-What-You-Can" at the door.

Faculty & Events Subject To Change

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